JOHN JOSEPH (JOE) KELLY
Born In: LOUISBOURG
Passed on: August 8th, 2016
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Joseph "Joe" Kelly at home with his family on Monday August, 8, 2016.
He is survived by his wife, Veronica (Vera); daughters, Linda (Don) Toronto, and Patricia (Dave) Winnipeg and by two grandchildren, Emily and Aidan, his greatest source of pride. Also surviving are brother, Aubrey (Bob) and Evelyn; Sisters, Mary (Abe) Pelley, Levenia Walsh, Sandra (Francis) Burke and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Lawrence and Louise; brother, Gerard and sister, Flora (in infancy). Joe was born in 1935 in Old Town West Louisbourg. He moved out west in 1960 where he worked as a welder and later as a welding instructor. He returned to Cape Breton in 1980 opening Kelly's Welding in Louisbourg and worked until his retirement in 1992. Joe was an true outdoorsman spending many hours fishing and hunting. His enjoyment of nature could be seen in the poetry he wrote and the pictures he has taken over the years. He loved nothing more than telling a good story or joke and there were many.
Cremation has taken place. Visitation will take place Sunday, August 14, 2016 from 12-2 p.m with a memorial service to follow at 2 p.m with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating. Reception to follow. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of.... In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Craig's Cause Pancreatic Society or a charity of one’s choice.
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